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Solutions Architect

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 6 months ago (last checked 13 Oct)

knowmad mood

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Overview

Payments
12 or 14 salary payments a year
Work mode
Hybrid, Madrid
Contract
Permanent contract
Hours
Jornada intensiva on Fridays and in summer
Experience
3+ years
Benefits
Private health insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • More than 3 years of technical experience, assuming responsibilities in the design and definition of architectures.

  • Demonstrated ability to take on management responsibilities, lead teams, and manage client relationships.

  • Experience in closed projects.

  • Experience in pre-sales: solution design, estimations, documentation, risk management, and client defense.

  • Extensive experience working with agile methodologies.

  • Solid knowledge of software architecture, including:

    • Architecture patterns

    • Hexagonal Architecture

    • SOLID principles

    • Microservices and nanoservices

    • Serverless

    • Event-driven architectures (EDA)

  • Experience working with different languages and technologies (Spring Framework is highly valued).

  • Design and management of APIs (REST/SOAP) and API Management.

  • Knowledge of security: authentication, authorization, identity, OAuth, SAML, JWT, etc.

  • General knowledge of frontend architectures (Angular, React...).

  • Experience with DevOps and continuous delivery tools.

  • Knowledge of relational and non-relational databases (MySQL, Oracle, MongoDB, Redis...).

  • Experience with cloud infrastructure and services (AWS, Azure, GCP).

  • Focus on software quality and continuous improvement of development processes.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Permanent contract

  • HYBRID working model 🏡. Option to go to the office 1-2 days per week.

  • Flexible hours ⏰: flexible schedule with entry at 8:30 AM and exit at 6:00 PM, with intensive working hours on Fridays from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and intensive working hours in summer (July and August) from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

  • Vacation 🌴: 22 vacation days + 2 personal days, plus December 24 and 31 off.

  • Permanent contract 📄: From day one, with the option of 12 or 14 payments.

  • Flexible compensation 💳: Restaurant card, childcare voucher, health insurance, training, and other benefits with tax advantages.

  • Benefits club 🎁: Discounts on technology, leisure, and training.

  • Continuous training 📚: Access to Udemy Business, language courses, official certifications, and technical training.

  • Career plan 🚀: Support to grow, specialize, or take on new challenges.

  • Comprehensive well-being 💚: Nutrition, physical activity, and emotional balance programs.

  • Work-life balance +LIFE 👨 👩 👧 👦: Personal and family support 24/7.

  • Inclusive environment 🌍: Diverse and multicultural setting.

  • Social events 🎮: Activities to connect with the team.

The role

Join our Architecture Community at knowmad mood

At knowmad mood, we continue to drive high-impact technological projects and are looking to bring in a Solutions Architect to be part of our Architecture Community.

We are looking for a senior profile, with a solid technical foundation and real experience making design decisions, capable of combining architectural vision, client communication, and team leadership. This is not a purely development position, but a key role in the definition, validation, and evolution of complex technical solutions, accompanying the business from early stages through to production.

What you'll do

  • Designing and defining robust, scalable architectures, aligned with business needs and quality standards.

  • Technical client communication, participating in pre-sales phases, solution definition, estimations, risk management, and technical defense.

  • Leadership and guidance of technical teams, supporting decision-making, unblocking technical challenges, and best practices.

  • Technical feasibility analysis of solutions, evaluating technologies, architectural approaches, and trade-offs.

  • Translating between business and technology, ensuring smooth communication and realistic expectations.

  • Supervision of software quality, development processes, and engineering best practices.

  • Cross-functional collaboration with other architects within the Community to share knowledge and technological evolution.

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About knowmad mood

knowmad mood is an IT consulting and technology services company based in Madrid, Spain, specializing in digital transformation, cloud infrastructure, data engineering, cybersecurity, and enterprise software development. With a strong focus on emerging technologies like AI, automation, and DevOps, the company serves clients across sectors including insurance, retail, and manufacturing, offering both project-based consulting and managed services. They operate with a distributed team model, supporting remote and hybrid work across Spain.

For international professionals, knowmad mood offers a dynamic and flexible work environment with many roles available as 100% remote or hybrid positions across Spain, including in Madrid, Barcelona, and Palma de Mallorca. The company emphasizes continuous learning and innovation, making it an attractive option for tech talent looking to work on modern stacks like Java, Kubernetes, Azure, GCP, and AI platforms. While the company is Spanish-founded, its client base and project scope often require English proficiency, providing opportunities for non-Spanish speakers to integrate.

Industry
IT Consulting
Founded
2010
Employees
500–1,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca

Good to know if you are moving

  • Many roles are offered as 100% remote within Spain, providing flexibility for international hires to live anywhere in the country.
  • The company has offices in Madrid, Barcelona, and Palma de Mallorca, offering options for hybrid work in major Spanish cities.
  • English proficiency is required for many positions, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
  • knowmad mood focuses on modern technologies like Java, Kubernetes, Azure, GCP, and AI, offering opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects.
  • The company supports professional development with a strong emphasis on certifications and continuous learning.

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Additional information

We are committed to equal opportunities and respect for diversity. We apply our Equality Plan and the principle of non-discrimination in all our selection processes

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